The Napiers

Since the last time I met up with this sweet family, they have had some big changes! Namely, the addition of 2 beautiful girls! I had a blast with this lively bunch, capturing each one of their unique personalities. The sunny Fall weather was the perfect compliment to this vibrant shoot!

Brittany and Jim, so glad you reached out to reconnect. Your family is full of joy and I loved capturing life's everyday moments as they are today. Enjoy!

Coppedge Family

One of my favorite things about being a photographer is getting to see the transformation that occurs in people as their family grows. A couple becoming parents, an only children becoming a sibling. The dynamic is always changing and I love documenting each of those new phases. I have had the privilege of capturing those changes for this sweet family, who I first met when Evie was just a year old. Three years later, it was so cool to come back to the same place, and with Eleanor wearing the same dress as her big sis. 

Rebecca and John, I love your sweet family! Thank you for trusting me to capture this wonderful phase of you lives. Enjoy!

Baby Leo

It was so nice to finally meet Courtney Hamil, a long time family friend of my husband's, and owner of Honeycomb Studio. Her baby boy Leo was the real treat- what a tiny little peanut! He was such a champ and so cooperative. I literally never heard a peep out of him! I love getting to work with fellow creatives, even though I always feel the pressure to win their approval. Courtney is a master at her craft with very high standards for design and attention to detail. I hope she is pleased :)

Baby Henley

Meet Henley! The newest addition to the Murray family. I love getting to witness that instant transformation that happens to people the second they welcome their tiny new human into the world. Mom and Dad were such naturals and Henley made her preference for them known! I'm glad we got some sweet sleepy shots as well as some wide-eyed gazes.

Lindsay and Philip- thank you for inviting me to your home to capture some of the first moments with your sweet girl. Enjoy!

Sponsler Family

It was such a treat meeting the Sponslers and their 2 sweet children. What a change of pace from my normal baby or toddler session! With two very attentive and well behaved kids, we were flying through poses without even breaking a sweat. I wasn't on the ground doing somersaults either, which was nice :)

Kathy, thank so much for reaching out. Your family is beautiful! Hope you enjoy the pics :)

The Dooleys!

I am happy to present my good friends, the Dooleys! It's hard to get a bad picture of this crazy crew. Knox, the happiest baby on the block, made me work for his normally generously given smiles on this particular day, but after watching me break into a full sweat (and sticking his tongue out at me!) he finally gave in. I love how vibrant these images came out because that is exactly how this family is. 

Love you guys!

Baby Cole

I am thrilled to post these precious images of my sweet baby nephew, COLE! Cole has a couple good things going for him... soft velvety hair, perfectly smooth skin, chubby squeezable cheeks, and did you notice the smirky grin? I have to say this baby is one handsome man! Not that I'm biased by a family relation or anything. After letting me play with him not once, not twice but 3 times, his patience with me eventually ran out but not before I captured these adorable shots of him. As a future Boater, I think we covered most of our bases, unless he chooses fencing as his sport (props not safe for newborns).

Kara and Cliff, you have embraced your new role as mom and dad very well and  I wouldn't expect anything different. Love you guys!

Emila 6 Months

A lot can change in six months... especially the first six months! In Emilia's case, the difference was a huge gummy smile, an awesome belly laugh, and some newly acquired skills like sitting up. Those chubby cheeks were there all along ;) Little miss Emilia was just the sweetest girl and I had so much fun watching her roll around and laugh at me!

Thank you Jessica and Matt for inviting me back to capture this new and exciting phase of Emilia's quickly changing life. She is one happy baby!

The Eckert Family

After postponing our shoot several times, I finally got the much anticipated pleasure of meeting little miss Kenzie! Her chubby thighs, crystal blue eyes and gummy smiles did not disappoint! After capturing all her 6 month glory, big brother Hudson gladly stepped in to indulge his silly side. He had me cracking up! Good thing I am used to boys cause I got my workout in ;)

Kate and Steve, it was a joy once again to capture your beautiful growing family. Kenzie is a doll and you guys are old pros by now! Enjoy!

Byars Family

I am always honored and excited when a fellow creative asks me to take their family pictures. Not only can I count on them looking perfectly coordinated (in handmade outfits!) but we also get to have some fun, shooting for that perfect not-so-perfect family photo. Tiffini and Ryan are those cool hands-on parents who don't mind getting dirty or hanging from the playground to have some fun. And you can tell their enthusiasm is contagious by the vibrant, fun-loving personalities of their kids.

I had so much fun with you guys and I appreciate you giving me some creative freedom to capture these bright colorful shots of your adorable family. You guys are the cutest! Enjoy.

Baby Luke

Another sweet baby boy for your viewing pleasure! Such a champ, Luke was totally cool with all my poking, prodding and repositioning. I was content just to stare at that sweet squishy face all day (did you see those lips?!) so the fact that he also didn't make a peep was an added bonus :)

Brian and Krystina, thank you for trusting me with the memories of your first moments as a family of three. Luke is perfect and you guys are naturals! Enjoy!

Baby Mason

Little Baby Mason just couldn't wait to meet his parents so he decided to come 5 weeks early! This cuddly little guy was such a champ. I can honestly say I've never had a session where the baby didn't make any noise. Like not even a little squeak! Lauren and Andrew, you guys were such naturals - I think Mason was getting all your calm and loving vibes. Thank you both for inviting me into your home to capture such an exciting time in your family's life. Congrats on your beautiful boy!

Baby Emilia

I was so excited to reunite with one of my old graphic design classmates and meet her precious new baby girl! Baby Emilia was welcomed with so much love by her parents and friends. They took the time to make such sweet things for the nursery and pretty little headbands to decorate her with. She was so cooperative, it was almost as if she enjoyed  the little game of dress up as much as we did! With a mom as cool and creative as Jessica, this baby is sure to be seen in style. 

Jessica and Matt, I was honored to meet your baby girl. She is so beautiful! Even as I look back at the pictures, I was to kiss those chubby cheeks! Thanks for inviting me in to capture some of her first moments with you. Enjoy!